This course is designed to provide the aspiring teacher with the skills and knowledge to effectively coordinate the classroom learning environment to address the diverse learning needs of all students in the general education classroom setting. Characteristics of students with special needs, modifications in teaching methods, and classroom management techniques for academic, social, emotional, and cognitive differences will be addressed. Students will utilize various assessment techniques, design activities with accommodations to meet students' special needs, and will become familiar with many different augmentative technological devices available for use in the classroom setting. Federal legislation, team collaboration, special support services, and IEPs will be addressed.

Co-requisite: SPED0608 3 Credits